The Milwaukee Bucks fired Doc Rivers after a 32-50 season, creating an NBA coaching vacancy for 2026. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s availability and potential trade reshapes Milwaukee’s rebuilding outlook and coaching needs. Damian Lillard’s stretched contract leaves the Bucks with $20M in future obligations over four seasons. New Orleans Pelicans fired Willie Green in November, naming James Borrego as interim coach mid-season. Financial commitments to Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray limit New Orleans’ roster flexibility and playoff chances.